Start at the Source
Open trezor.io/start to access the official instructions for your device model. The page detects your environment, recommends the right wallet interface, and provides links to firmware updates. Relying on the start page ensures you avoid imitations and always receive current guidance.
Pro tip: pin the tab and bookmark the URL. Most setup errors trace back to unverified links.
The Essentials Kit
Have a reliable USB cable, stable internet, and a notepad or steel plate for your recovery seed. Keep the area private. When prompted to generate a seed, write each word in the correct order. Confirm every detail on the device screen—never trust on-screen text alone.
From PIN to Passphrase
A good PIN blocks opportunistic access. A smart passphrase separates portfolios and keeps long-term savings hidden. At trezor.io/start you can review the difference between seed, PIN, and passphrase, and decide which model fits your security plan.
First Transaction Checklist
- Receive a small amount and verify the address on the device.
- Wait for confirmations and check transaction history.
- Send a fraction back to confirm outbound signing works.
- Evaluate fee options so you learn how to avoid delays.
Completing a round-trip teaches you the full flow, so real transfers later feel familiar and calm.
When Things Don’t Go as Planned
Connection issues? Try a different cable or port and avoid USB hubs. Update your browser and wallet interface, then revisit trezor.io/start. If a restore produces unfamiliar addresses, confirm the passphrase exactly—capitalization and spacing matter. For fee problems, learn about Replace-By-Fee and child-pays-for-parent strategies to speed up stuck transactions.
Security is a practice, not a product. Keep reading, keep testing, and keep the start page handy for official updates.